"Toutes les choses excellentes sont aussi difficiles que rares"
— Baruch Spinoza
Simplified Meaning:
Achieving great things in life is hard because not many people can do them. Think about finding a diamond. Diamonds are valuable and beautiful, but they are also hard to find and need a lot of work to dig out of the ground. This is similar to other excellent things in life, like becoming a top athlete, a successful businessperson, or a skilled artist. It takes time, effort, and sometimes overcoming big challenges. For example, if someone wants to be a great musician, they have to practice a lot, sometimes for years, and they might face many obstacles like tough competition or lack of support. But, because it is difficult, the end result is rare and special. So, if you want to achieve something truly excellent, be prepared to work very hard and keep going even when it’s tough. This extra effort is what makes the achievement so remarkable and valuable.
